Human Resources Operations Partner
Irvine, CA - USA
Job Summary
Join a team where your impact reaches beyond the stars! At Terran Orbital youre not just part of the system youre a vital force propelling our mission forward. As trailblazers in satellite manufacturing and aerospace innovation we shatter boundaries daily to deliver groundbreaking solutions that power our nations defense and commercial missions. We are a unique fast growing and trusted team dedicated to swiftly and efficiently designing building launching and operating state of the art satellites for advanced mission constellations. If youre driven by purpose inspired by challenges and ready to leave your mark on the universe youll find a home and endless opportunities for growth here. Together lets redefine what is possible in orbit and beyond!
Terran Orbital is seeking an experienced Human Resources Operations Partner to join our dynamic team. Reporting to the VP Human Resources the Human Resources Operations Partner will be responsible for aligning People goals and objectives with employees and management at the designated site. This position formulates partnerships across the HR function to develop and deliver on service needs. The HR Operations Partner maintains an effective level of engagement credibility People acumen trust and ability to coach and mentor across all levels to ensure the employee experience is a forefront need.
Key Duties and Responsibilities
- Provides day-to-day HR operational support to site location employees.
- Ensures accuracy of data during the life cycle of an employee.
- Manages pre-board new hire process.
- Supports and often leads new hire orientation.
- Backs-up bi-weekly payroll processing function.
- Serves as the employee advocate by building strong collaborative relationships with employees at all levels.
- Works closely with management and employees to improve work relationships build morale and increase productivity and retention.
- Active participant in driving employee engagement and culture with emphasis in embedding and executing on Diversity & Inclusion strategies.
- Helps resolve employee concerns.
- Aligns HR initiatives and functions with the People goals objectives and needs.
- Analyzes trends and metrics in partnership to develop solutions programs and policies.
- Provides conduit for employees on information related to functional HR team.
- Assists in supporting annual HR programs including but not limited to objective setting performance evaluations compensation planning talent assessment and succession planning.
- Maintains an effective level of People literacy to provide a consultative approach to delivery of HR services.
- Leverages HR/People skills and knowledge to challenge or influence leadership in decision-making processes.
- Provides key partnership with the People Experience and Operations team on processes and documentation.
- Performs other related duties as assigned.
Required Qualifications and Skills
- Bachelors degree in Human Resources or related field or HR certificate with 3 years of experience.
- 5 years of experience in human resources.
- Must be able to provide creative solutions and unique approaches to HR/People challenges.
- Must be an authentic thought partner with confidence and courage to push boundaries in a changing environment.
- Demonstrated problem solving and decision-making skills.
- Proven consulting and change management experience.
- Demonstrated experience with shaping culture and employee engagement initiatives.
- Proven knowledge of HR industry practices.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
- Demonstrated ability to influence and partner within a diverse organization to help drive People results.
- Proven ability to manage conflict and the courage to challenge organizational thinking.
- Prior experience supporting an Engineering and Manufacturing industry.
- Proficiency with Human Resource Information Systems preferably Paychex.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite.
- U.S. Person or lawful permanent resident to comply with U.S. government space technology export regulations.
Your actual level and base salary will be determined case-by-case and may vary based on the job-related qualification knowledge skills education and addition to base salary we offer 100% covered medical dental and vision coverage a 401(k) match Flexible Time Off (FTO) covered life insurance maternity and paternity leave tuition reimbursement employee referrals and lots of swag!
Salary Range
$90000 - $100000 USD
Full-time positions only:
Benefits
- 100% Company-paid comprehensive medical dental and vision coverage for you and your dependents
- 401(k) Match
- Flexible Time Off (FTO)
- Education Reimbursement
- Competitive Paid Parental Leave
About Terran Orbital
Terran Orbital is a leading manufacturer of satellite products primarily serving the aerospace and defense industries. Terran Orbital provides end-to-end satellite solutions by combining satellite design production launch planning mission operations and on-orbit support to meet the needs of the most demanding military civil and commercial customers. Learn more at
Physical Demands
An employee must meet the physical demands described to perform the essential functions of this job performing the duties of this job the employee is routinely required to sit or stand for long durations of time in addition to bending reaching and walking. This would require the ability to lift or move objects up to 10 pounds and occasionally lift or move objects up to 25 pounds. This position is generally sedentary with substantial computer usage.
Work Environment
The job operates in a professional office environment but in a manufacturing company. This job routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers phones photocopiers and scanners.
Disclaimers
To comply with U.S. Government space technology export regulations the applicant must be a U.S. citizen lawful permanent resident of the U.S. protected individual as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3) or eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of addition please note that this position may require a current United States National Security clearance or eligibility for such a clearance.
Terran Orbital is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. We consider applicants without regard to race color religion age national origin ancestry ethnicity gender gender identity gender expression sexual orientation marital status veteran status disability genetic information or membership in any other group protected by federal state or local law.
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Terran Orbital does not accept unsolicited resumes from recruiters employment agencies or staffing firms. To conduct business with Terran Orbital a Master Services Agreement (MSA) must be executed and confirmed prior to submitting any information relating to a potential candidate. Without a signed MSA Terran Orbital shall not be responsible to any individual or entity for any payment relating to any form of fee or compensation.
And in the event that a resume or candidate is submitted by a recruiter an employment agency or a staffing firm without a fully executed MSA Terran Orbital has the unrestricted right to pursue and hire any of those candidate(s) without any legal or financial responsibility to the recruiter agency and/or firm.
About Company
Uncover the role of Terran Orbital in the evolution of space missions and its commitment to advancing satellite technology.